A mother who is bottlefeeding her newborn is discharged 48 hours postdelivery. When should the nurse schedule the first office visit for the newborn with the pediatrician?
1. Within 5 days of discharge
2. Within 7 days of discharge
3. Within 2 weeks of discharge
4. Within 3 weeks of discharge
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Explanation:
1. A newborn who is discharged from the hospital within 48 to 72 hours postdelivery should have the first office visit scheduled with the pediatrician within 5 days of discharge.
2. Newborns who are discharged within 48 to 72 hours postdelivery should be seen by the pediatrician before 7 days of age.
3. Newborns who are discharged within 48 to 72 hours postdelivery should be seen by the pediatrician before 2 weeks of age.
4. Newborns who are discharged within 48 to 72 hours postdelivery should be seen by the pediatrician before 3 weeks of age.
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